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IG Petrochemical Limited Maleic Anhydride

IG Petrochemical Limited Maleic Anhydride is used in the manufacturing of unsaturated polyester resin which is used in Automobiles, Tanks and Pipes, Epoxy resin, Lubricating oil additives and in food industries.

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    Applications & Uses

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    Maleic anhydride is used as lubricating oil additives, which are used in gasoline and diesel engine crankcase oils as dispersants and corrosion inhibitors. The food industry uses malic acid which is derivative of maleic anhydride in artificial sweeteners and flavor enhancements. Personal care products consuming maleic anhydride include hair sprays, adhesives and floor polishes. Maleic anhydride is also a precursor to compounds used for water treatment detergents, insecticides and fungicides, pharmaceuticals, and other copolymers.

    Properties

    Physical Form
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    White Flakes
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Colour of Molten Materialmax. 20HUIS 5149 : 2020
    Solidification Point52.2°CIS 5149 : 2020
    Purity (C₄H₂O₃)99.5wt.%IS 5149 : 2020
    Maleic Acid Content0.5wt. %IS 5149 : 2020